Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
truculenta
ID:
202611

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maslin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia12: 407 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201940



Common Names

  • Acacia Truculenta
  • Truculent Wattle
  • Truculent Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma truculentum (Maslin) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia truculenta (also called truculent wattle, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub or small tree native to Australia. It is typically found in open woodlands, grasslands, and shrublands, and can reach heights of up to 8 meters. Its leaves are small and linear, and its flowers are yellow and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia truculenta is used for its timber, which is used in furniture making, as well as for firewood and charcoal. It is also used in traditional medicine and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia truculenta is a yellow-cream globular head. The seed is a brown-black, flattened, oblong-elliptic shape. The seedlings are slender, with a few hairs on the stem and leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia truculenta is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant species that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It can be grown in a wide range of soil types, from sandy to clay. It is also tolerant of moderate frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Acacia truculenta

Acacia truculenta is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Acacia truculenta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia truculenta?

Acacia truculenta

What is the common name of Acacia truculenta?

Truculent Acacia

What is the natural habitat of Acacia truculenta?

Acacia truculenta is native to Australia.

Species in the Acacia genus

Acacia constricta, Acacia auriculiformis, Acacia koa, Acacia scleroxyla, Acacia verticillata, Acacia kauaiensis, Acacia brandegeana, Acacia breviracemosa, Acacia retinodes, Acacia neriifolia, Acacia acuminata, Acacia complanata, Acacia excelsa, Acacia georginae, Acacia kettlewelliae, Acacia phlebophylla, Acacia prominens, Acacia binervata, Acacia buxifolia, Acacia brachybotrya, Acacia bivenosa, Acacia calamifolia, Acacia cardiophylla, Acacia chrysotricha, Acacia constablei, Acacia caesiella, Acacia decora, Acacia fasciculifera, Acacia falciformis, Acacia flavescens, Acacia gladiiformis, Acacia gilbertii, Acacia hakeoides, Acacia ixiophylla, Acacia lanigera, Acacia lineata, Acacia luteola, Acacia latifolia, Acacia montana, Acacia megacephala, Acacia mabellae, Acacia mollifolia, Acacia oswaldii, Acacia obtusifolia, Acacia pulchella, Acacia polybotrya, Acacia rhodoxylon, Acacia rubida, Acacia rigens, Acacia stricta,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References